Well, what can I say… I LOVED France!! It was truly an epic trip. Paris has won my heart, the architecture, the textures, the fashion, and the BREAD! (and the wine) I am a big impressionist painters fan -not only for the artwork, but for their rebelliousness against convention. The impressionists really did pave the way for future artists to create their art as THEY experience it. Monet has always has been one of my favorite impressionists. To see his paintings in person, and to see his home and gardens of more than 40 years, was the highlight of my trip. I learned that he was an artist with his gardening as well as his painting; he planned every detail of the landscaping! Some of the other places we saw, Notre Dame Cathedral (I loved the Gargoyle tour–great leg workout), Eiffel Tower, Mont Saint Michael, Chateau de Pirou, Giverny, Saint Mere Eglise, Honfluer and the beaches of D-Day. Omaha Beach, (which is first sunset photo) you might remember this beach from the movie Saving Private Ryan, was amazing to see in person. As I walked on these beaches, I was overwhelmed with a deep sense of reverence and a realization of the human cost of freedom. I hope you enjoy the photos – I can’t wait to go back!!
